People to Watch in 2014

From Political and Religious Leaders to CEOs, a Look at Expected Newsmakers This Year

Updated Jan. 2, 2014 12:52 p.m. ET

From Hillary Clinton's possible presidential bid to Pope Francis's expected reforms at the Vatican to GM's new leadership under CEO Mary Barra, take a closer look at the new year's newsmakers.

Mary Barra

The General Motors Co. executive steps into the role of CEO of the largest U.S. auto maker on Jan. 15. She faces the hurdles of defending GM's presence in North America while boosting its international market share.